The SN54HC4060J is a 14-stage ripple-carry binary counter/divider manufactured by Rochester Electronics. It's part of the HC (High-Speed CMOS) logic family, offering high-speed performance with low power consumption. The device features an internal oscillator, making it suitable for a variety of timing and frequency division applications.

Applications:

• Timers: Creating accurate and reliable time delays in various electronic circuits.
• Frequency Dividers: Dividing a clock frequency down to lower frequencies for different system components.
• Clock Generators: Generating clock signals for digital circuits.
• Sequencers: Implementing sequential control logic in industrial and consumer electronics.
• Instrumentation: Used in measurement and control instruments for generating precise timing signals.

Features:

• 14-Stage Binary Counter: Provides 14 stages of binary counting, offering a wide range of division ratios.
• Internal Oscillator: Includes an on-chip oscillator, simplifying clock signal generation.
• High-Speed CMOS Logic: Offers high-speed performance with low power consumption.
• Wide Operating Voltage Range: Operates over a wide voltage range, providing flexibility in system design.
• Schmitt-Trigger Inputs: Provides improved noise immunity on input signals.
• Fully Static Operation: Operates in fully static mode, allowing for clock signals to be stopped without losing data.

Benefits:

• Versatile Timing Solution: Can be used for a wide range of timing and frequency division applications.
• Simplified Clock Generation: Internal oscillator simplifies clock signal generation.
• High Performance: High-speed CMOS logic provides fast and reliable operation.
• Improved Noise Immunity: Schmitt-trigger inputs improve noise immunity, ensuring stable operation.
• Flexible System Design: Wide operating voltage range and fully static operation provide flexibility in system design.

Technical Specifications:

The SN54HC4060J operates over a wide supply voltage range, typically from 2V to 6V. It features a maximum clock frequency that varies with the supply voltage. The quiescent current is low, minimizing power consumption. The outputs are TTL compatible, allowing for easy interfacing with other logic devices. The operating temperature range is typically from -55°C to +125°C, making it suitable for harsh environments. The device is commonly packaged in a DIP (Dual In-line Package). Datasheets must be referenced for absolute specifications.